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PUBLIC HEARING 75A. EMERGENCY ORDINANCE EXTENDING MORATORIUM ON THE ESTABLISHMENT OR EXPANSION OF ANY SHORT -TERM RESIDENTIAL RENTAL USE FOR AN ADDITIONAL 10 MONTHS AND 15 DAYS {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 5, 4 }. - Planning and Building Agency Legal Notice published in the Orange County Reporter on October 9, 2015. Mayor Pulido opened the Hearing. The following spoke on the matter: • Douglas McLeith, spoke against proposed ordinance; restrictive and not warranted; suggested restrictions for short term rental for full house and for more than 2 people and when owner is not present. • Julie Herrick, has had favorable experience while renting room at her house; opined that proposed ordinance was overreaching and would negatively impact those that are not a problem; suggest 45 day review period, if needed; also, short term rentals allow travelers to experience Santa Ana. Mayor closed the Hearing. Council discussion ensued. Councilmember Martinez, supports shared economy. Planning and Building Executive Director Haghani, noted that staff reviewing various models; will bring options for consideration; could exempt the properties where property owners are on site or hold off enforcement unless evidence of complaint, if so desired by the City Council; also, intention is to come back to City Council before moratorium expires. Mayor Pro Tern Sarmiento, noted that issue brought forward because of complaint; need to pause and support concept of shared economy; should consider deferring ordinance. City Manager Cavazos, reported that the home in question that brought forth this issue is now listed for sale, thus not aware of other neighborhood complaints on short term rentals. Councilmember Martinez, proposed that matter be tabled and bring to the Development and Transportation Committee. Planning and Building Executive Director Haghani, stated that matter will include in the upcoming zoning code update. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 21 OCTOBER 20, 2015 1 OA -21